2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Opel Agila
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Opel Agila were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,099 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 355 kg more than 2008 Opel Agila.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Agila. 2008 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Agila will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | X-Type | Agila |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 69 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 41 L |
